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    How to inspect ball joint for looseness

    Critical Component A key part of a vehicle’s suspension system, ball joints allow the suspension to move up and down, and the wheels to turn left and right. Keeping the ball joints in proper working order is crucial to a vehicle’s overall performance. Ball joint looseness can cause alignment issues that affect handling and tire …

    February
    4
    2022

    How to inspect ball joint for looseness

    Critical Component A key part of a vehicle’s suspension system, ball joints allow the suspension to move up and down, and the wheels to turn left and right. Keeping the ball joints in proper working order is crucial to a vehicle’s overall performance. Ball joint looseness can cause alignment issues that affect handling and tire …

    February
    2
    2022

    MOOG: What is rack and pinion steering?

    While there are several types of steering systems used on the market, the two main ones are recirculating ball steering, which is mostly used for heavy vehicles, trucks and larger SUVs, and rack and pinion steering, which is commonly found on cars, small trucks and SUVs. How does rack and pinion steering work? Rack and pinion steering …

    November
    19
    2021

    MOOG: What is rack and pinion steering?

    While there are several types of steering systems used on the market, the two main ones are recirculating ball steering, which is mostly used for heavy vehicles, trucks and larger SUVs, and rack and pinion steering, which is commonly found on cars, small trucks and SUVs. How does rack and pinion steering work? Rack and pinion steering …

    November
    19
    2021

    Moog: Why does my car vibrate when I drive?

    It’s normal for your car to vibrate slightly when you’re driving thanks to the rotation of the crankshaft, transmission gears and other moving parts in your engine. But, when these gentle vibrations feel more like shaking, it’s time to investigate the reasons why. How to check your car for vibrations The most common reasons for …

    May
    7
    2021

    Moog: Why does my car vibrate when I drive?

    It’s normal for your car to vibrate slightly when you’re driving thanks to the rotation of the crankshaft, transmission gears and other moving parts in your engine. But, when these gentle vibrations feel more like shaking, it’s time to investigate the reasons why. How to check your car for vibrations The most common reasons for …

    May
    7
    2021

    Worn Ball Joints? Here’s How To Check

    Found in the suspension of virtually all modern cars, ball joints are an important part of the suspension system. They are one of the main suspension pivot points that connect the control arms of the vehicle to the steering knuckles or spindles. The front ball joints also allow the front wheels and suspension to move back and forth, as …

    May
    5
    2021

    Worn Ball Joints? Here’s How To Check

    Found in the suspension of virtually all modern cars, ball joints are an important part of the suspension system. They are one of the main suspension pivot points that connect the control arms of the vehicle to the steering knuckles or spindles. The front ball joints also allow the front wheels and suspension to move back and forth, as …

    March
    5
    2021

    How Long Do Wheel Bearings Last?

    Wheel bearings are low maintenance parts, but that doesn’t mean they last forever. So, what does a wheel bearing actually do? How long does it last? And how can you help extend its lifespan? What is a wheel bearing? And what does it do in a car? A wheel bearing is a crucial part of …

    March
    27
    2020

    What, Why And How of Wheel Alignment

    Do you find your car won’t drive straight? Or perhaps you’ve noticed your car shaking? Both can be symptoms of bad alignment. The term ‘car alignment’ or ‘wheel alignment’ refers to the adjustment of the car’s suspension; the system that connects the vehicle to the wheels. This includes all the springs, bushings, tie rods and everything else that’s designed …

    March
    11
    2020